GRE Word List
EMISSARY
one designated as the agent of another : representative
The meaning of the word emissary is one designated as the agent of another : representative.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| archives | a place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved |
| farce | stuff |
| curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |
| homily | a usually short sermon |
| fatuous | complacently or inanely foolish : silly |
| zeal | eagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something : fervor |
| matrimony | the state of being married : marriage |
| prepossessing | creating prejudice |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |
| archipelago | an expanse of water with many scattered islands |